The Fort Pierce Planning Board voted unanimously to recommend adoption of a comprehensive plan text amendment that incorporates the Fort Pierce Utilities Authoritys 10-year Water Supply Facilities Work Plan into the citys comprehensive plan.

Planning staff said the work plan was prepared by FPUA, approved by the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) and is required by Florida statutes to be referenced in the local comprehensive plan. Kevin Freeman, planning staff, said the amendment updates the comprehensive plan to reference the current FPUA work plan and its initiatives to ensure adequate water supply for the city.

There were no public speakers on the item. On a motion by Mr. Carter, seconded by Mr. Edwards, the planning board recorded a unanimous vote to recommend the text amendment to the City Commission. Freeman said if the City Commission approves the amendment it will be forwarded to the state (SFWMD) for its review as required by statute.